MLB Executive Weighs in on Reds' Chances of Signing Kyle Schwarber

The Winter Meetings start this week, which is where offseason rumors and the free agent market start to heat up.

The Reds continue to get mentioned in the Kyle Schwarber rumors.

However, one MLB General Manager told Bob Nightengale that he would be shocked if he didn't end up back in Philadelphia.

“I’d be shocked if Schwarber doesn’t re-sign in Philly," the GM told USA Today's Bob Nightengale. “[President] Dave Dombrowski knows much he means to that club and won’t let him go."

This isn't surprising to hear. The Phillies have always been the favorite to re-sign the 32-year-old.

Cincinnati struggled offensively in 2025, and they desperately need a power bat in the middle of the order, and Schwarber is that. The slugger had a huge season in 2025, slashing .240/.365/.563 with 81 extra-base hits, including a National League-leading 56 home runs.

Nightengale reported that the Red Sox, Mets, Orioles, and Phillies are also pursuing the free agent slugger.

Schwarber would most likely be the Reds' biggest free agent signing in their franchise's history.

We should continue to hear more this week from the Winter Meetings.

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